Wyoming license renewal and continuing education
How to renew a cosmetology license in Wyoming
What it takes to renew a cosmetology, barber, nail technician or esthetician license in Wyoming: when each expires, the renewal fee, the continuing education it needs, and what to do if you renew late or the license has lapsed. Every answer comes from the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology's own pages, rules and fee schedules, read on October 28, 2026.
| License | Continuing education | Fee | Renews | Late fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetologist | Not stated | $96 | Every 2 years | See the rule |
| Barber | Not stated | $75 | Every year | $30 |
| Nail technician | Not stated | $96 | Every 2 years | See the rule |
| Esthetician | Not stated | $96 | Every 2 years | See the rule |
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At $48 a year, renewing costs more than the $32.50 a year typical across the states.
Cosmetologist
Wyoming cosmetology license renewal
Renewed through the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology.
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsEvery two years, in the month of the licensee's birth, after the first one-year license.
- Renewal fee
- $96 ($48 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before you renew.
- Late renewal
- See the ruleA license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date, and after that the license lapses.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date. After that it lapses and may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee plus the license fees for the lapsed period; after five (5) years or more it requires a refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school and the board examination.
Barber (Barber or Barber Stylist)
Wyoming barber license renewal
Renewed through the Wyoming Board of Barber Examiners.
- When it expires
- Every yearBarber certificates of registration expire on July 1 following their issuance and renew each year.
- Renewal fee
- $75
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask the Wyoming Board of Barber Examiners before you renew.
- Late renewal
- $30A $30.00 late fee is added to a personal barber license renewal made after June 30.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA barber whose certificate has expired may restore it within five (5) years of the expiration date by paying the restoration fee in addition to other renewal fees. A barber whose certificate has expired and who does not qualify for endorsement must pass the board administered examination.
Nail technician
Wyoming nail technician license renewal
Renewed through the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology.
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsEvery two years, in the month of the licensee's birth, after the first one-year license.
- Renewal fee
- $96 ($48 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before you renew.
- Late renewal
- See the ruleA license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date, and after that the license lapses.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date. After that it lapses and may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee plus the license fees for the lapsed period; after five (5) years or more it requires a refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school and the board examination.
Esthetician
Wyoming esthetician license renewal
Renewed through the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology.
- When it expires
- Every 2 yearsEvery two years, in the month of the licensee's birth, after the first one-year license.
- Renewal fee
- $96 ($48 a year)
- Continuing education
- Not statedThe official pages we read do not say whether renewal needs continuing education; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before you renew.
- Late renewal
- See the ruleA license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date, and after that the license lapses.
- If it has expired
- See the ruleA license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date. After that it lapses and may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee plus the license fees for the lapsed period; after five (5) years or more it requires a refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school and the board examination.
Good to know
What else Wyoming says about renewing
- Working with an expired or lapsed license is considered non-licensed practice.
- The board office does not accept cash payments.
- Personal and barber licenses can be renewed online through the board's renewal portal.
Sources
What Wyoming's official pages say
Each answer above, in the words of the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology's own pages, rules and fee schedules, read on October 28, 2026. Fees and deadlines change: confirm with the board before you renew.
- Cosmetologist: renewal period
“After the first year all renewal licensees will be set up on a two (2) year renewal”
drive.google.com “expiring in the month of the licensee’s birth pro-rated license amounts will apply.”
drive.google.com - Cosmetologist: renewal fee
“RENEWAL FEE: $96.00 FOR PERSONAL LICENSE (2 YEARS)”
drive.google.com - Cosmetologist: late renewal
“ninety (90) days after the expiration date, but after the”
wyoleg.gov “expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the license expired”
wyoleg.gov - Cosmetologist: expired license
“ninety (90) days after the expiration date, but after the”
wyoleg.gov “expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the license expired”
wyoleg.gov “subject to payment of a reinstatement fee in addition to license”
wyoleg.gov “refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school”
wyoleg.gov “take the board examination.”
wyoleg.gov - Barber: renewal period
“Personal License Renewal Fee (annual) $ 75.00”
drive.google.com “RENEWAL FEE: $75.00 FOR PERSONAL LICENSE (1 YEAR)”
drive.google.com “barbershop and barber school licenses expire on July 1 following”
wyoleg.gov - Barber: renewal fee
“RENEWAL FEE: $75.00 FOR PERSONAL LICENSE (1 YEAR)”
drive.google.com “Personal License Renewal Fee (annual) $ 75.00”
drive.google.com - Barber: late renewal
“RENEWAL FEE: $75.00 FOR PERSONAL LICENSE (1 YEAR) $30.00 LATE FEE AFTER JUNE 30TH”
drive.google.com “Personal and Instructor License Renewal Late Fee (annual) $ 30.00”
drive.google.com - Barber: expired license
“has expired may within five (5) years of the date of expiration”
wyoleg.gov “restoration fee in addition to other renewal fees.”
wyoleg.gov “endorsement as provided in W.S. 33-7-203 shall be required to”
wyoleg.gov “pass the board administered examination and pay all related”
wyoleg.gov - Nail technician: renewal period
“After the first year all renewal licensees will be set up on a two (2) year renewal”
drive.google.com “expiring in the month of the licensee’s birth pro-rated license amounts will apply.”
drive.google.com - Nail technician: renewal fee
“RENEWAL FEE: $96.00 FOR PERSONAL LICENSE (2 YEARS)”
drive.google.com - Nail technician: late renewal
“ninety (90) days after the expiration date, but after the”
wyoleg.gov “expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the license expired”
wyoleg.gov - Nail technician: expired license
“ninety (90) days after the expiration date, but after the”
wyoleg.gov “expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the license expired”
wyoleg.gov “subject to payment of a reinstatement fee in addition to license”
wyoleg.gov “refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school”
wyoleg.gov “take the board examination.”
wyoleg.gov - Esthetician: renewal period
“After the first year all renewal licensees will be set up on a two (2) year renewal”
drive.google.com “expiring in the month of the licensee’s birth pro-rated license amounts will apply.”
drive.google.com - Esthetician: renewal fee
“RENEWAL FEE: $96.00 FOR PERSONAL LICENSE (2 YEARS)”
drive.google.com - Esthetician: late renewal
“ninety (90) days after the expiration date, but after the”
wyoleg.gov “expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the license expired”
wyoleg.gov - Esthetician: expired license
“ninety (90) days after the expiration date, but after the”
wyoleg.gov “expiration of ninety (90) days from the date the license expired”
wyoleg.gov “subject to payment of a reinstatement fee in addition to license”
wyoleg.gov “refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school”
wyoleg.gov “take the board examination.”
wyoleg.gov - Also good to know
“Working with an expired or lapsed license is considered non-licensed practice.”
drive.google.com - Also good to know
“The board office does not accept cash payments.”
drive.google.com - Also good to know
“To review your account information or to begin the online license renewal process”
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Questions
Wyoming license renewal, answered
How do I renew my cosmetology license in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Cosmetologist license renews every 2 years for $96, through the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology. When it expires: Every two years, in the month of the licensee's birth, after the first one-year license. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
How many continuing education hours do I need to renew a Wyoming cosmetology license?
The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before your renewal date.
What happens if my Wyoming cosmetology license expires?
A license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date. After that it lapses and may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee plus the license fees for the lapsed period; after five (5) years or more it requires a refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school and the board examination.
How do I renew my barber license in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Barber or Barber Stylist license renews every year for $75, through the Wyoming Board of Barber Examiners. When it expires: Barber certificates of registration expire on July 1 following their issuance and renew each year. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask the Wyoming Board of Barber Examiners before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
What happens if my Wyoming barber license expires?
A $30.00 late fee is added to a personal barber license renewal made after June 30. A barber whose certificate has expired may restore it within five (5) years of the expiration date by paying the restoration fee in addition to other renewal fees. A barber whose certificate has expired and who does not qualify for endorsement must pass the board administered examination.
How do I renew my nail technician license in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Nail Technician license renews every 2 years for $96, through the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology. When it expires: Every two years, in the month of the licensee's birth, after the first one-year license. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
What happens if my Wyoming nail technician license expires?
A license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date. After that it lapses and may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee plus the license fees for the lapsed period; after five (5) years or more it requires a refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school and the board examination.
How do I renew my esthetician license in Wyoming?
The Wyoming Esthetician license renews every 2 years for $96, through the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology. When it expires: Every two years, in the month of the licensee's birth, after the first one-year license. The official pages we read do not state a continuing education requirement for it; ask the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology before your renewal date. Renew on the board's own site, linked on this page.
What happens if my Wyoming esthetician license expires?
A license allowed to expire may be renewed within ninety (90) days after the expiration date. After that it lapses and may be reinstated by paying a reinstatement fee plus the license fees for the lapsed period; after five (5) years or more it requires a refresher course of one hundred (100) hours at a licensed school and the board examination.
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